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Doug Lucktaylor joins CSS Assure, a cybersecurity firm, as the first Head of Information Security.

Most security breaches aren’t a consequence of inadequate security controls but are a direct result of human failure. So why do humans make mistakes? What triggers our behavior, and why are we so susceptible to manipulation? Understanding these triggers will greatly help organizations change their approach to information security.

Enterprises globally must harden existing firewall configurations; this is a non-negotiable activity. Over time firewall configurations experience a “drift” between what the business requires and what’s become obsolete. 

Instead of focusing on preventing breaches, cybersecurity professionals should focus on improving security hygiene and resilience. More important than building up walls, organizations should prioritize minimizing costs, downtime and disruption in the case of an eventual cyberattack.

Enterprise security leaders who outsource some aspects of their cybersecurity responsibilities have reported faster attack detection and response rates. Here are seven tips when looking for the right cybersecurity partner for an organization.

Vertical markets are implementing mobile and cloud access solutions to streamline access and reduce costs. 

Security magazine spotlights solutions that can benefit security professionals in the healthcare sector, from securing medical devices to connecting first responders with live incident video streams.

Despite advancements in cybersecurity practices, compromised passwords remain responsible for the vast majority of data breaches today. Using zero knowledge password proof (ZKPP) may help organizational password security.

Breaking down siloes in cybersecurity is the key to launching and maintaining an effective cyber defense strategy.

As you move from the perimeter fence line all the way to the most sensitive areas at the core of a facility, the security strategy should become more sophisticated and more effective.